Governor Gavin Newsom announced in a presser Wednesday that California is facing a shortfall of $12 billion for the upcoming 2025-26 budget year. While outlining his nearly $332 billion state spending plan, which includes a pause to its state-funded healthcare program for low-income immigrants, Newsom said the deficit is due to economic uncertainty caused by President Donald Trump’s policies. In total, Newsom's office estimated changes made to account for the new presidential administration will

41 lawsuits. A ballot initiative to stop election rigging. A West Coast health alliance. Real leadership on climate policy. California isn’t sitting back while Trump tries to destroy our nation and its reputation. | Gavin Newsom

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